Natalie Middleton
Vehicle breakdowns hitting SME productivity
Small businesses are risking hours of lost productivity by failing to protect against unexpected breakdowns.
Idling drivers could get instant fines
Drivers who repeatedly leave engines idling while stationary could get fines under new proposals said to under consideration by the Government.
Enterprise continues sustainability focus at new branch
Enterprise has introduced solar lighting, natural drainage and rainwater harvesting at its new Monmouth branch as part of a continuing focus on sustainable measures.
Car and van traffic hit all-time high
New Department for Transport Road Traffic Estimates show road traffic in Great Britain rose last year with car and van traffic both hitting all-time highs.
Camera Telematics and Key Telematics deal to bring ‘powerful’ fleet solution
Camera Telematics camera technology hardware is to be integrated with tracking and asset management software from Key Telematics under a new global deal.
Brexit uncertainty damaging used car market, says Cazana
Traditionally buoyant in April, the used car market was hit by Brexit uncertainty as well as unseasonably sunny weather over Easter, bringing a more challenging month.
Fleet Logistics’ Sue Branston named Everywoman awards finalist
Sue Branston, country head for Fleet Logistics UK and Ireland, has been named as one of the finalists in this year’s Everywoman awards in transport and … Read More »
Citroën 19_19 Concept places focus on ‘ultra-comfort and extended mobility’
Citroën has previewed its new 19_19 electric and autonomous concept car, intended to show “ultra-comfort at the service of tomorrow’s mobility”.
Charlie Norman takes helm at DriveTech as David Wilson stands down
DriveTech (UK) has appointed Charlie Norman as its new director, building on his 16 years’ experience with the AA.
Government urged to legislate on fleet road safety standards
Road safety campaigners are calling on the Government to legislate to encourage higher road safety standards from UK businesses through a number of mandatory measures.
Unmarked HGV supercabs to catch dangerous drivers on M1
Three unmarked HGV supercabs are to be deployed for a week of action on the M1 from today (13 May), having already caught thousands of dangerous … Read More »
Grandland X introduces Vauxhall’s first-ever plug-in hybrid
Vauxhall’s Grandland X SUV has gained a new plug-in hybrid variant, marking the first-ever PHEV for the brand and a vital part of its electrification plans.
‘Tick box’ risk management leaving fleets exposed
Fleets who focus on compliance management rather than risk management are failing to effectively manage vehicles, drivers and journeys, risking potential criminal prosecutions and/or civil actions … Read More »
Mainstream brands top 2019 JD Power dependability study
Peugeot has taken the top spot in the JD Power 2019 UK Vehicle Dependability Study, with mainstream brands also dominating the overall top 10.
DEFRA and FORS to speak at Brake’s UK Fleet Safety Conference 2019
Brake has announced the speaker line-up for its Fleet Safety Conference 2019, which will see fleet experts, including from DEFRA and FORS, share best practice in managing … Read More »
Welsh public sector urged to ban grey fleet cars
Public bodies in Wales should end the use of grey fleet cars to cut emissions as well as costs.
New UK-wide ride-hailing app launches
A new app that enables passengers to find minicabs and taxicabs in their area has launched across the UK.
UK road quality could be on the rise, RAC data finds
RAC patrols dealt with fewer pothole-related breakdowns in first quarter of 2019 than in the same period last year – suggesting a possible improvement in the … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
First rapid electric vehicle charging point goes live in Square Mile
The Square Mile’s first rapid electric charging point has been installed, as the City of London Corporation continues to push plans for a Zero Emission Zone … Read More »
£1m Lex Autolease fund drives fleet interest in EVs
Lex Autolease has reported a surge in electric vehicle orders from fleet operators making the most of its £1m EV fund.
Reservations for new VW ID.3 electric hatch hit 10,000+ mark
Volkswagen has received more than 10,000 reservations for its new ID.3 fully electric hatchback less than 24 hours after pre-booking opened.
BP ramps up for rapid EV charger network with combined Fuel & Charge card
BP Chargemaster is launching a combined fuel and EV charge card that will offer a single solution for fleets running both conventional petrol/diesel vehicles and plug-in … Read More »
Thatcham issues ADAS recalibration guidance ahead of new code of practice
Thatcham has published guidance on how to manage vehicle repairs involving Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) to help ensure vital vehicle safety functions remain operational post-repair.
CD Auction Group appoints buyer development manager
CD Auction Group has appointed Paul Barnes to the newly created role of buyer development manager.
New Cenex-Connected Automated Mobility event opens for registration
Visitors can now register for the first-ever Cenex-Connected Automated Mobility event, which will spotlight the latest mobility and connected/autonomous vehicle (CAV) developments when it takes place … Read More »
